1972 Renault 15 vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 30 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 606 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
