1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
