1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 680 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 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
