1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton 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 107 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 709 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Blazer | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
