2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 36 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-350 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
