2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus 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 84 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 685 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Taunus |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |