1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 905 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Blazer | Victor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
