1982 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 610 kg more than 1971 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, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Crown Victoria | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 15 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
