2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 855 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 11 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2490 mm |
