1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 23 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 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 5 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (326 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4020 mm |
