1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 575 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 25 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
