1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 855 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.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Expedition. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Expedition |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3327 mm |