1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 211 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Blazer | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
