2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 620 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
