1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 700 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Maserati 420. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Blazer | 420 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
