1972 Renault 15 vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 727 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 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
