1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 39 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 826 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chevrolet Blazer 2011 Land Rover Freelander
Make Chevrolet Land Rover
Model Blazer Freelander
Year Released 1972 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 3192 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 229 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 242 Nm 317 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 2632 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2670 mm


 

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