1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 421 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Lumina | 1982 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
