1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Espace |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
