1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 705 kg more than 1972 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
