2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1976 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
