1971 Renault 15 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 35 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 475 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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
