1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1961 Saab 750
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 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 43 more horse power than 1961 Saab 750. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1961 Saab 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 547 kg more than 1961 Saab 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Saab 750. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Saab 750. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Saab 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1961 Saab 750 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Blazer | 750 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
