1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
