1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 35 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 32 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.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
