1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Falcon | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
