1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2710 mm |
