1979 Renault 15 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 29 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), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 385 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Passat |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
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 | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |