1971 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 39 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 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 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. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 137 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
