2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 420 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Premacy | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
