2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 34 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 689 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Lumina | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
