1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1963 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 610 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1963 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
