1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1977 Renault 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 555 kg more than 1977 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 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Sedan | 15 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
