1996 Mazda Levante vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Levante | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Levante | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
