1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Biscayne |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3090 mm |
