1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 550 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Blazer | Victor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
