1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1140 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, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Suburban | 15 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |