1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Citroen SM
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen SM would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 400 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Citroen SM | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Blazer | SM |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |