1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 545 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
| Model | Blazer | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3240 mm |
