1977 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1977 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 15 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | Express |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
