2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1752 kg more than 1973 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 Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1973 Renault 15 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Range Rover | 15 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 641 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |