1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 530 kg more than 1971 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Nova | 15 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
