1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 311 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Consul |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
