1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 471 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
