2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1979 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 Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tahoe | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
