1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
