1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Forester 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
