1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 745 kg more than 1961 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
