1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 740 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
