1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Renault 12
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 12 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1973 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 12 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
