1979 Renault 15 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1701 kg more than 1979 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 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Renault | GMC |
| Model | 15 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
