1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 15 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 685 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Blazer | Levante |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6207 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |