2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino 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 95 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 156 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Torino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
