2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 392 kg more than 1972 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 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
