1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Lexus LX
To start off, 2000 Lexus LX 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 600 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, 2000 Lexus LX (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Blazer | LX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
