1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 785 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 Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Trans Sport | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2440 mm |
