1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 600 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stola | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
