1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 411 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) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 895 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 411. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | 411 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
