1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Ford Probe
To start off, 1989 Ford Probe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Probe (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 Ford Probe.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Probe. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Probe. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Probe. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Probe 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 | 1989 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Probe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
