1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 31 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Blazer | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |