1978 Ford Capri vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 2 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
