2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer weights approximately 85 kg more than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. (373 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
| Model | Trailblazer | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3240 mm |
