1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 262 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4501 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
