2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 684 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Blazer |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 6207 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2710 mm |