1971 Renault 15 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 36 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 15 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
