1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Intrepid | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
