1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Iltis 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) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 228 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |
