1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1998 Fiat Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
