1976 Renault 15 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 100 L |
