1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 894 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Blazer | 9 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |