1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (485 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
