1971 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1290 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 T5 | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | T5 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |