1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 30 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (393 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
