2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 990 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Subaru FF-1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | TrailBlazer | FF-1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |