1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. 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) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Blazer | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
