1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 300 kg more than 1964 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
