1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alvis |
| Model | Blazer | TD |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
