1968 Pontiac GTO vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1972 Renault 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac GTO | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | GTO | 15 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
