2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3300 mm |
