1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Chrysler Laser
To start off, both 1985 Chevrolet Blazer and 1985 Chrysler Laser were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 60 more horse power than 1985 Chrysler Laser. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Chrysler Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 705 kg more than 1985 Chrysler Laser. 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 1985 Chrysler Laser. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chrysler Laser. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chrysler Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Chrysler Laser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Blazer | Laser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
