1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 600 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Blazer | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
