1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T 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 138 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 950 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. 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 1968 Steyr 650T. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Blazer | 650T |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1850 mm |
