1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 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 88 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 931 kg more than 1980 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maxi | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
