1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (201 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Taurus |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 365 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |