1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Rover 75.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Blazer | 75 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
