1980 Renault 15 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 17 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1980 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
