1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane 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 26 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Blazer | Safrane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |