2007 Renault Clio vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 34 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Clio | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
