2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 300 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |
