1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 485 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 6207 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
