1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 446 kg more than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sapphire | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
