1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 224 kg more than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
