2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1013 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Liberty | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
