1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 630 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Blazer | 208 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
