1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
