1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 250 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (346 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Blazer | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
