1957 Berkeley Sports 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 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 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 Berkeley Sports. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Sports | Blazer |
Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2560 mm |