1977 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 33 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 282 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Renault 15 2010 Volkswagen Passat
Make Renault Volkswagen
Model 15 Passat
Year Released 1977 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1289 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1247 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L