1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Austin Maxi 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 92 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 935 kg more than 1976 Austin Maxi. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maxi | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
