1986 Ford Orion vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Orion (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Orion | 15 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
