1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 576 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Navajo | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
