1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 193 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja.
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, 2004 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Baja |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
