1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 915 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | Palm Beach | Blazer |
Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |