1987 Mazda MX-6 vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1987 Mazda MX-6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (110 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 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 Mazda MX-6 (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda MX-6 | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MX-6 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
