1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1963 Riley 4
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley 4 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) has 93 more horse power than 1963 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 767 kg more than 1963 Riley 4. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1963 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Blazer | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
