1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Ford GT 70
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford GT 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford GT 70 has manual transmission. 1971 Ford GT 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Ford GT 70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | GT 70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
