1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (313 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
