2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 775 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 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B2500 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2440 mm |
