1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 526 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
