1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fairlane (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 348 kg more than 1976 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |