1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 4 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 390 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Valiant | 15 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
