1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Blazer | P4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
