1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
