1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Virage | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
