1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 965 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Blazer | 304 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
