1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 104 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1550 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 |
