1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Jaguar XJ.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Jaguar XJ | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XJ | Blazer |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 409 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |