2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 53 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
