1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 560 kg more than 1971 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 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
