1976 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 37 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), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 484 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |
