1972 Volkswagen 411 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen 411 | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
