1952 Allard Safari vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 439 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | Safari | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
