1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 740 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1966 Marcos 1500 has manual transmission. 1966 Marcos 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Marcos | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1500 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
