1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 409 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Blazer | 308 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
