1980 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
