1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1986 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |
