1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 101 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2868 mm |
