1976 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 36 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 349 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | GTD |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
