1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 30 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 91 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 980 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | R2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
