2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1982 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
