1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 10 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 930 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Astro | 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
