1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 700 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. 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 1967 Marcos 1600. 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 (312 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Blazer | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
