1971 Renault 15 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 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), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 264 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Renault 15 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make Renault Volkswagen
Model 15 Golf
Year Released 1971 2008
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 114 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 55 L


 

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