2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 914 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
