1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 985 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 11 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
