2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 49 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Blazer | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3050 mm |
