2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1964 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Consul 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 145 more horse power than 1964 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 856 kg more than 1964 Ford Consul. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Consul. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1964 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Consul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |
