1977 Renault 15 vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,796 cc, 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 15 | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
