1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 456 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Blazer | Victor |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |