1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Blazer |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |