1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
