1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 36 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |