1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Maverick |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |