1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1994 Lexus GS
To start off, 1994 Lexus GS is newer by 19 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, 1994 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Lexus GS.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1994 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Blazer | GS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
