1981 Austin Maxi vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 930 kg more than 1981 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maxi | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
