1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1953 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 790 kg more than 1953 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1953 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
