1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Blazer | Seven |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 950 mm |
