1972 Renault 15 vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Volvo 240 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 240 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 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, 1987 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
