1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 555 kg more than 1983 Jeep CJ. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | CJ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
