1980 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 33 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 786 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1751 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 |
