1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Triumph TR6

To start off, both 1972 Chevrolet Blazer and 1972 Triumph TR6 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 721 kg more than 1972 Triumph TR6.

Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Triumph TR6. 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph TR6.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chevrolet Blazer 1972 Triumph TR6
Make Chevrolet Triumph
Model Blazer TR6
Year Released 1972 1972
Body Type SUV Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 242 Nm 194 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2240 mm


 

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