1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 445 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
