1988 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 640 kg more than 1976 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, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Crown Victoria | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Crown Victoria | 15 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |