1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |
