1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 196 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Thunderbird | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
