1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac CTS. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Blazer | CTS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
