1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
