1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
