1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 465 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
