2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 30 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 186 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Guara | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
