1972 Renault 15 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 34 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), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 567 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
