1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 34 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, both vehicles can yield 173 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.

Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Chevrolet Blazer 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model Blazer Town & Country
Year Released 1975 2009
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6555 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 173 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3090 mm


 

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