1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | GTO |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
