1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Blazer 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 46 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 815 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | Camira |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
