1976 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 270 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 79 L |
