1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2007 Maserati Spyder is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Maserati Spyder.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2007 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Blazer | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
