1976 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 631 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | 15 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 98 L |
