1990 Ford Telstar vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1990 Ford Telstar is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Telstar weights approximately 65 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, 1990 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Telstar | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Telstar | 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
