2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 566 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 Bentley Continental. 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 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental | Blazer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |