1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 550 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Dart |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
