1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 589 kg more than 1978 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Allegro | Blazer |
Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |