1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 194 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Virage | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
