1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1988 Venturi Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Venturi |
| Model | Blazer | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
