1979 Renault 15 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 28 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1219 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1983 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 | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
