1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga 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 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Ford Kuga.
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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Kuga 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 | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
