1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 385 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Blazer | 88 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
