1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1966 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 615 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Mistral. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1966 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1966 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1966 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Blazer | Mistral |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |