1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 815 kg more than 1962 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
