1976 Renault 15 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 32 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 171 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
