2005 Honda FR-V vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 33 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 621 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda FR-V | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | FR-V | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
