1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 615 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | 15 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
