1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 21 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1056 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotec Sirius. 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1060 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotec Sirius has manual transmission. 2001 Lotec Sirius will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotec |
| Model | Blazer | Sirius |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1130 mm |
