1971 Renault 15 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 38 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 722 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
