1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1986 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Blazer | Town Car |
Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |