2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1743 kg more than 1975 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 Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1975 Renault 15 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | 15 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |