1982 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 301 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2624 mm |
