2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (627 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3130 mm |
