1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 452 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1985 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
