1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 30 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, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 132 kg more than 2010 Acura RDX.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura RDX. 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Blazer | RDX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
