1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 178 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2004 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Blazer | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
