1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 624 kg more than 1976 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | DeVille | 15 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
