1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Megagamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Megagamma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
