1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Renault Siete
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Siete would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 715 kg more than 1981 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Siete |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
