1974 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 815 kg more than 1974 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 15 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
