2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 269 kg more than 1976 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Patrol | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4758 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 56 L |
