1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1961 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 590 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 1961 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Blazer | Victor |
Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |