1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 24 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, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Blazer | 9 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
