1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 914 kg more than 1982 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
