2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 27 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1094 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | SSR | 15 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
