1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 911 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Touareg |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |