1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 400 kg more than 1976 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | 15 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 56 L |