1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 530 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 818 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2320 mm |
