1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 306 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Torino |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
