1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Escort |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
