2000 Ford Escape vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 607 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
