1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 186 kg more than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanti | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
