2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 880 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Captiva | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
