1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 330 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 339 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
