1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 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 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 607. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Blazer | 607 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
