1979 Renault 15 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |