1973 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Escort | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Escort | Blazer |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |