1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1965 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 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 101 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 590 kg more than 1965 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 1965 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Chevrolet Blazer 1965 Vauxhall Victor
Make Chevrolet Vauxhall
Model Blazer Victor
Year Released 1994 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
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