1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | New Yorker | Blazer |
Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5421 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2720 mm |