1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 106 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 1996 Lancia Kappa. 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
