1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 25 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, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet S-10.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |
