2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1743 kg more than 1974 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Defender | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
