1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 77 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XK.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XK. 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 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Blazer | XK |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
