1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 477 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
