1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 495 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Blazer | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
