1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 193 kg more than 1980 Holden Statesman.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
