1971 Renault 15 vs. 2003 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1971 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3130 mm |
