2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 678 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 125 L |
