1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | LTD |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |