1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 478 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
