1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 915 kg more than 1973 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
