1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
