1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Sprite | Blazer |
Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |