1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 256 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2911 mm |