1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 68 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
