1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 370 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
