1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 79 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.
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, 2010 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1983 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Blazer | Forester |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2616 mm |