1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 375 kg more than 1982 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanti | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
