1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 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, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Vega | 15 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
