1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1974 Renault 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 395 kg more than 1974 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Charger | 15 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
