1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 690 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 21 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
