1959 AC Ace vs. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 636 kg more than 1959 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ace | Blazer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |