1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra 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, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Vauxhall Tigra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Blazer | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
