2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 894 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
