1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 19 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 265 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, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Scorpio | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
