2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 67 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 318 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Blazer | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
