1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari

To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 270 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer.

Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1992 Chevrolet Blazer 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
Make Chevrolet Pontiac
Model Blazer Grand Safari
Year Released 1992 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 159 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 76.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 5450 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2950 mm