1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 21 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Holden Frontera.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
