1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | Chante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
