1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer 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 15 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 830 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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 1984 Ford Sierra. 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 (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
