1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS 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 118 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Blazer | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
