1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 26 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, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (250 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Escape |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |