1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
