1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Mazda 323

To start off, both 1987 Chevrolet Blazer and 1987 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 530 kg more than 1987 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 323.

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