1972 Renault 15 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 35 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1379 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
