2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1979 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Durango | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
