1958 AC Ace vs. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 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 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 986 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
