1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 16 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 185 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Tempo | 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
