1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 490 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Zastava 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
| Model | Blazer | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
