1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | 450 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
