1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 311 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
