1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 742 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
