1980 Renault 15 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 27 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (83 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1234 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (200 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 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 |
