1984 BMW 628 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 1984 BMW 628 and 1984 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 BMW 628.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1984 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1984 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 BMW 628 | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 628 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |