2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1971 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | LR3 | 15 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |