1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Sprite | Blazer |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |