1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari 456. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 456 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 456 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Blazer | 456 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5009 cc | 5472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 436 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |