1979 Ford Taunus vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Ford Taunus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Taunus weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taunus | 15 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 55 L |
