1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 33 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3629 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
