1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 393 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | 15 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
