1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 497 kg more than 1974 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 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 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 15 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
