1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | 15 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
