1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 515 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Blazer | P4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
