2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 544 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
