1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 755 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
