1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit 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) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 960 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
