1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne

To start off, both 1972 Chevrolet Blazer and 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.

Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chevrolet Blazer 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Blazer Biscayne
Year Released 1972 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5032 cc 4097 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5590 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3090 mm


 

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