1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 705 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | Torana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
