2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 15 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
