1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Vectra. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
