2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 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 116 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 729 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
