2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tatra T700 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Tatra T700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | TrailBlazer | T700 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3140 mm |
