1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 26 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
