1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 530 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Diamante | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
