1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
