1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 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 68 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 195 kg more than 1962 Rover P5. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 Rover P5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Blazer | P5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |