2007 BMW X3 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
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, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
