1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 670 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Blazer | Suburban |
Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3300 mm |