1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 42 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Blazer | Korando |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
