1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Laser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
