1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 551 kg more than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Saturn Vue. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Blazer | Vue |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
