2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 34 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 619 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Traverse | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
