1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 35 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 163 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.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jeep Commander. 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | Commander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
