1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eagle | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
