1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 23 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caravan. 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 (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
