1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 473 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 15 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
