1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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 2 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Megane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
