1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
