1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 760 kg more than 1971 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | 15 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
