1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Escape |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
