2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1644 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | 15 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 56 L |