2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer.

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2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 1973 Chevrolet Blazer
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Tahoe Blazer
Year Released 2006 1973
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2190 kg 1850 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2710 mm