1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Piranha 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 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. 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) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Piranha |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
