1971 Renault 15 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 32 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 15 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
