1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 19 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 100 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 794 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
