1983 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
