1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Dodge 600
To start off, 1985 Dodge 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer 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 67 more horse power than 1985 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 715 kg more than 1985 Dodge 600. 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 1985 Dodge 600. 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 (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | 600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
