1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 840 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
