2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 668 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Blackhawk | 15 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2440 mm |
