2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 760 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | 17 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
