1993 Ford Falcon vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 680 kg more than 1977 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Falcon | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | 15 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
