1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 822 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Greyhound | Blazer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |