1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
