2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 546 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
