2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1958 Alvis TD | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alvis |
Model | TrailBlazer | TD |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |