1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Blazer | Mondial |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |