1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1960 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 82 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Blazer | 3.8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
