1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 584 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Blazer | TX-GT |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |
