1972 Renault 15 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 770 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 XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
