2002 Acura CL vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 615 kg more than 1975 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, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | CL | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
