1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, both 1975 Chevrolet Blazer and 1975 Datsun 280Z were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 600 kg more than 1975 Datsun 280Z.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Datsun 280Z. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
| Model | Blazer | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2304 mm |
