1969 Buick GS vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1977 Renault 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 665 kg more than 1977 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1977 Renault 15 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | GS | 15 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |