1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 18 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 255 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Blazer | Discovery |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6207 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |