1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1985 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 121 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
