1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer 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 21 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger 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 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
