1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet APV is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 625 kg more than 1977 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, 1993 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | APV | 15 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
