1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 585 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Blazer | 504 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
