2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 53 kg more than 1980 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 18 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
