1976 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 516 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
