1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 334 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Blazer | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
