2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Five Hundred | Blazer |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |