1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 810 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1971 Vauxhall Firenza has manual transmission. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Blazer | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
