1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
