1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 101 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Volante | Blazer |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |