1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 Riley One-Point-Five

To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 895 kg more than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. 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 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Chevrolet Blazer 1962 Riley One-Point-Five
Make Chevrolet Riley
Model Blazer One-Point-Five
Year Released 1979 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4091 cc 1489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2190 mm


 

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