2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (281 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 579 kg more than 1950 Holden FX. 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1950 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1950 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | TrailBlazer | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
