1976 Renault 15 vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 100 L |
