1958 AC Ace vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 30 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 560 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
