2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 728 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2710 mm |
