2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1975 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 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-350 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
