1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Ford Expedition.
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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Expedition |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |