2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 37 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 840 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Durango | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 38 L |
