1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 546 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maxi | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
