2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Espace 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1986 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 514 kg more than 1986 Renault Espace. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Espace. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |
