2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 31 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 919 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 38 L |
