1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 410 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 15 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
