1984 Dodge Colt vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 765 kg more than 1984 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Colt | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colt | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
