1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe

To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 15 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 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 55 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 726 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Chevrolet Blazer 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
Make Chevrolet MCC
Model Blazer Smart & Pulse City Coupe
Year Released 1983 1998
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2835 cc 599 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 1820 mm


 

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