2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 304 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Blazer | Charger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
