1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Avanti Avanti. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanti | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6207 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
