1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 539 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Blazer | Silverado |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3380 mm |