1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 32 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, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 263 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Blazer | IS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2731 mm |
