1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Ford Galaxy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 759 kg more than 1979 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 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Galaxy | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
