1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 374 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Clio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
