1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane 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 80 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 545 kg more than 1995 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Blazer | Safrane |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |