1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 780 kg more than 1971 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, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
