1981 Chevrolet Full-Size Blazer K10
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Photo: 1989 Chevrolet K5 Blazer in Blue, Front Right, 08-06-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Chevrolet K5 Blazer in Germany by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Chevrolet Blazer K10 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: K5 Blazer by Take Me Higher at English Wikipedia, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 1989 Chevrolet K5 Blazer in Blue, Rear Right, 08-06-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the K5 Blazer (1981–1991) (1981–1991); trim, color, and model year may differ.
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- Photo: 1989 Chevrolet K5 Blazer in Blue, Front Right, 08-06-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet K5 Blazer in Germany by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Blazer K10 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: K5 Blazer by Take Me Higher at English Wikipedia, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1989 Chevrolet K5 Blazer in Blue, Rear Right, 08-06-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1981 Chevrolet Full-Size Blazer K10 is a 115-hp 4.1-liter inline-6 with a 3-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $9,510 MSRP.
It makes 115 horsepower at 3,600 rpm and 199 lb-ft of torque at 2000 rpm.
The Full-Size Blazer measures 184.5 inches long on a 106.5-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $9,510 ($34,002 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.1L (250 cu in) Inline-6 (RPO LE3) |
| Displacement | 4.1 L |
| Horsepower | 115 hp @ 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | 199 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
| Bore and Stroke | 99.0 x 88.9 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.3 |
| Injection Type | Carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed Manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Tank Capacity | 24 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Rear Suspension | Salisbury axle, hypoid drive, two-stage multi-leaf springs |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Discs, 11.85 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drums, 11.14 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | 215/75 R15 |
| Tires Rear | 215/75 R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 184.49 in |
| Width | 79.61 in |
| Height | 72.01 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.01 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1981 Chevrolet Full-Size Blazer K10 with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
No NHTSA data available for the 1981 Chevrolet Full-Size Blazer.
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