2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 549 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
