2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1974 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 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Land Rover Discovery | 1974 Renault 15 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | 15 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |