1979 Renault 15 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Golf |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2512 mm |