1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
