1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Blazer | L |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
