2002 Acura TL vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 18 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 266 kg more than 2002 Acura TL.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
