1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 20 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 310 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Telstar | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
