1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 670 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Blazer | 308 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
