1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
