1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Escort |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
