1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 437 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Torino |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |
