2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 510 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 339 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
