1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 19 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra.
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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sierra 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 | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
