2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 714 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | TrailBlazer | FF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
