1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1995 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mondeo 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Mondeo (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mondeo | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1220 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
