1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 955 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
