1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Rover 75.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Blazer | 75 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |