2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1521 kg more than 1977 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Range Rover | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
