2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 814 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (536 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 77 L |
