2000 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Blazer | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
