1989 Renault Espace vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 700 kg more than 1989 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Espace | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
