1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Blazer | Dakota |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |