1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 29 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | F-250 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |