1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Blazer | Suburban |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |