1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | Vantage | Blazer |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |