1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, both 1979 Chevrolet Blazer and 1979 Ford LTD were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 144 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. 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 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | LTD |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |