1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1992 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 645 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | 15 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
