1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maxi | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
