1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1970 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morgan 4. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1970 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1970 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Blazer | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| 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 | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
