2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 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 336 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1984 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 11 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
