1986 Ford Meteor vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1986 Ford Meteor is newer by 15 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Meteor | 15 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
