1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 22 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 258 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 2005 Dodge Durango. 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 (326 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Durango |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
