2004 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1975 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, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tahoe | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
