1998 Ford Laser vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 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 Laser (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
