1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | GTO |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
