1979 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 595 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
