1971 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1487 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | Express |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 117 L |
