1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome 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 140 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Twosome | Blazer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2560 mm |