1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
