1979 Renault 15 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 604 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
