2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 990 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | Torana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
