2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1523 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-350 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
