1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 15 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
