1994 Ford Orion vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1994 Ford Orion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Orion | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Orion | 15 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
