1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Blazer | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |