1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1977 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
