1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 30 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 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2473 mm |
