1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Seat 127
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 127 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 741 kg more than 1972 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Blazer | 127 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
