2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 635 kg more than 1973 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 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | X-Trail | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1289 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 | 300 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
