1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Blazer | 6000 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |