1972 Renault 15 vs. 1991 Volvo 850
To start off, 1991 Volvo 850 is newer by 19 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 850 (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 850 weights approximately 405 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, 1991 Volvo 850 (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 1991 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
