2000 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 212 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
