1972 Renault 15 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (156 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 455 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
