2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 831 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
