2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 282 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | TrailBlazer | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 97 L |