1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 35 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 121 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Blazer | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
