1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 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 66 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 625 kg more than 1997 Renault Laguna. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Blazer | Laguna |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |