2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 820 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
