2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 446 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
