1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 440 kg more than 1980 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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Valiant | 15 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
