1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 855 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
