1973 Renault 15 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 205 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
