1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
