1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 228 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
