2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 410 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Blazer | P4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
