1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1975 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | 15 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
