1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 30 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 211 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Blazer | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |