1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 650 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 1977 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
