1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Outback |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
