1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 244 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
