1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 31 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 800 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | F-450 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4379 mm |