1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Renault Alpine

To start off, both 1990 Chevrolet Blazer and 1990 Renault Alpine were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.

Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Blazer 1990 Renault Alpine
Make Chevrolet Renault
Model Blazer Alpine
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2471 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 91 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2350 mm


 

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