1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | SVX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
