2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Renault 10 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Blazer | 10 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |