1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 507 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 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Touran |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
