2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1972 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 Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2365 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
