1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Blazer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 5010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |