1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 26 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, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 395 kg more than 2010 BMW 123.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 123. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | 123 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
