1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 990 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
