2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 810 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
