1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
