1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute

To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.

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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Chevrolet Blazer 2009 Mazda Tribute
Make Chevrolet Mazda
Model Blazer Tribute
Year Released 1986 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 2483 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 156 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2630 mm


 

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