2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus X (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus X | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
