2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 212 kg more than 1980 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 Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fusion | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
