1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 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 25 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 376 kg more than 1980 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 (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 929 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
