1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 369 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
