1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 690 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Torana. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | Torana |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
