1958 AC Ace vs. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 940 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
