2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 234 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Am | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3399 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
