1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 783 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Blazer | 208 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
