1976 Renault 15 vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1052 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Renault | GMC |
| Model | 15 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 83 L |
