1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 362 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
