1957 AC Aceca vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 556 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
