2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 241 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
