1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1985 Chevrolet Blazer and 1985 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (72 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 500 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. 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 Mazda 323. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
