2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 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 99 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 642 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 19 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 38 L |
