1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 310 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mondeo | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mondeo | 15 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |