2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 606 kg more than 1989 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
