1980 Renault 15 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Pickup 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 Pickup | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
