1980 Renault 15 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 19 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 225 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (133 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
