1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 435 kg more than 1975 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
