1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1986 Ford Fairlane is newer by 3 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 186 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 1986 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
