1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 36 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 310 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 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Blazer | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3078 mm |