1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 25 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1010 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Durango | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
