1980 Renault 15 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Golf. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 1987 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
