2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 920 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
