1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 286 kg more than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Volante | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
