1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 607 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Escort |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
