1975 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1235 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, 1975 Chevrolet Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Suburban | 1979 Renault 15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Suburban | 15 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |