2006 Acura MDX vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 34 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 610 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | MDX | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
