2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
