1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 24 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Blazer | Ram |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3580 mm |