1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 35 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 290 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Fusion. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Fusion |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |