1984 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Sprint | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprint | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
