1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 22 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 8,131 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 660 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (618 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 8131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 618 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
