2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 744 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 38 L |
