1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 849 kg more than 1975 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1975 Renault 15 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Volante | 15 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 55 L |