1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 6 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Voyager.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1999 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1999 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Blazer | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
