1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Jimmy (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
