1982 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Lexus LX
To start off, 2007 Lexus LX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LX (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 289 kg more than 2007 Lexus LX.
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, 2007 Lexus LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Blazer | LX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
