1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 810 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 929 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
