1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 18 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1957 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 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. 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, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Blazer | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
