1976 Renault 15 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 633 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
