1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Biscayne | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 83 L |
