1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1957 Ford Popular
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1957 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Popular |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2300 mm |
