1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 646 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 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.
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1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Blazer | Discovery |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |