1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 32 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 272 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (278 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Blazer | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
