1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 750 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1962 DAF 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DAF 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 DAF 750 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Blazer | 750 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2060 mm |
