1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 549 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 15 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
