1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 37 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 140 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 2012 Cadillac SRX. 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Blazer | SRX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2807 mm |
