1982 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 389 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Blazer | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
