1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 199 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | CL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
