2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 495 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Blazer | 208 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
