1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1213 kg more than 1966 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
