1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1976 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, 1976 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 1976 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 1976 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanti | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2710 mm |
