2008 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 34 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 397 kg more than 1974 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 Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
