1987 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 13 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (152 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 699 kg more than 1974 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, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Mark 7 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
