2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 38 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 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
