1979 Renault 15 vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 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 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 460 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 V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 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 V50 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
