1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 214 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
