1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 460 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac 6000. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Blazer | 6000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |