1978 Ford LTD vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1978 Ford LTD 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 730 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford LTD | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | LTD | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |
