2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B2300 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
