1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 40 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Blazer | FX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2885 mm |
