2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 901 kg more than 1972 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | BT-50 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
