1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 5 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 580 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Valiant | 15 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
