2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-350 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 56 L |
