1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Ford GT 70
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 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 111 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. 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 1971 Ford GT 70. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Ford GT 70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | GT 70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1120 mm |
