1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Biscayne | 15 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
