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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 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 610 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 (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 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 | 4942 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
