1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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 70 more horse power than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 224 kg more than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. 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 1999 Renault Grand Espace. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
