1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1979 Chevrolet Blazer and 1979 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Granada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
