1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 32 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (346 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 362 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |