1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 11 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 2001 Renault Vel Satis. 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
