1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Blazer | Forester |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |