1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 36 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, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 884 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Edge. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Edge |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
