2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B 10 | Blazer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |