1971 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 42 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1539 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 119 L |
