1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 394 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
