1995 Acura NSX vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 532 kg more than 1973 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | NSX | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
