1976 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 496 kg more than 1976 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
